Industrial Maintenance Manager

Central Plains Steel•Wichita, KS

9d•Onsite

About The Position

At Central Plains Steel, we hire Ideal Team Players who are humble, hungry, and smart. Team-first professionals who take initiative, build strong relationships, and live the values of Respect, Integrity, Excellence, and Accountability to deliver Best-in-Class customer service to internal and external customers. The Maintenance Technician provides direct maintenance support for production equipment during unscheduled downtimes and scheduled preventative maintenance. The Maintenance Technician works closely with the operations team, technical personnel, and the area supervisors to meet or exceed goals for Safety, Quality, and Productivity.

Requirements

Valid Driver’s License - required.
Must be able to meet or exceed Level 4 (Heavy Work) of a Personal Capacity Profile.
5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing, metal processing, or service center environment.
Strong knowledge of: Hydraulic and pneumatic systems, Electrical troubleshooting (480V, controls, VFDs), PLC systems and industrial automation, Mechanical power transmission systems, CNC machinery maintenance.
Experience with overhead cranes, forklifts, and material handling systems required.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and technical manuals.
Proficiency with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
Experience maintaining laser cutting systems and press brakes preferred.
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification.
OSHA 30 certification.
Experience with Trumpf laser systems.
Experience in steel, aluminum, or metal service center operations.
Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians to ensure safe and effective maintenance operations.
Establish department goals, performance metrics, and accountability measures.
Schedule maintenance activities to minimize production downtime.
Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support for complex equipment issues.
Participate in hiring, training, and performance management of maintenance personnel.
Develop, implement, and manage preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
Oversee maintenance and repair of: Decoil/blanking/cut-to-length lines, Overhead bridge cranes, Side loaders and material handling equipment, Forklifts, Trumpf laser cutting machines, CNC press brakes, Air compressors and utility systems, Facility electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
Maintain equipment records, repair histories, and preventive maintenance schedules.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
Lead lockout/tagout (LOTO) practices and machine guarding compliance.
Conduct maintenance-related safety audits and corrective action activities.
Ensure maintenance activities comply with environmental regulations and company standards.
Support incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, efficiency, and cost reduction.
Analyze downtime data and develop corrective actions for recurring failures.
Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and reliability-centered maintenance initiatives.
Recommend capital improvements, equipment upgrades, and automation opportunities.
Develop and manage maintenance department budgets.
Monitor maintenance spending and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Manage relationships with equipment manufacturers, contractors, and service providers.
Source parts, tools, and services necessary to maintain operational efficiency.
Support capital expenditure planning and equipment installation projects.
Partner with Operations, Production, Quality, and Safety teams to meet customer requirements and production schedules.
Support emergency repair needs and respond to critical equipment breakdowns when necessary.
Participate in production planning discussions to coordinate maintenance activities.